Older phones on 2G or 3G networks could be affected and emergency alert devices used by the elderly and vulnerable. Their ability to call 9-1-1 could stop by year's end.
John Stewart showed up to fight for the health benefits of 9/11 first responders. Members of Congress did not. Watch his emotional response to their absence.
If you get a phone call FROM "911" telling you a family member has been hurt, and they start asking questions requesting YOUR personal information, it could be a SCAM!